Rail Bridge Engineer

Overview

Design, analyze, and inspect rail bridges; produce calculations, specs, and estimates; perform field work and travel as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• bridge inspection
• structural analysis
• cadd development
• quality assurance
• documentation

Tasks

-Perform detailed checking of calculations and design drawings produced by others. -Document and organize design calculations following GFT’s Quality Management Plan. -Assures the project meets quality control and quality assurance guidelines. -Perform bridge inspections for railway bridges. -Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. -Interpret changes in the contract and advises management on needed changes. -Assist with CADD drawing development and production. -Ensure accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans. Work product must be prepared with a focus on quality, presentation, thoroughness, and follow-through; with conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards -Perform structural bridge analysis and design utilizing current AREMA and owners’ design standards. Calculate structural quantities.

Requirements

• professional engineer
• leap bridge
• microstation
• arema
• master's degree
• 4 years

What You Bring

-Structures design experience utilizing AREMA Manual for Railroad Engineering. -Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience with engineering design packages and structural analysis software systems such as LEAP Bridge Concrete, LPILE, GROUP, RISA or CSiBridge. -Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) preferred. -AREMA member and Committee 7, 8, 9, 10 or 15 member. -Engineer-in-Training E.I.T. License -Familiarity with Class I railroad bridge standards. -Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc. -Master’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college. -Structural engineering background, knowledge of MicroStation and experience with structural engineering design drawings, specifications and cost estimates. -Team oriented engineer with strong communication skills. -A minimum of 4 years' professional experience with an emphasis on structural design for Class I and transit bridge projects. -Valid Driver’s License. -Experience working directly with Class I railroads. -Willingness to travel within the continental United States. -Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.

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Benefits

-Incentive compensation for eligible positions. -Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. -Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. -Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. -Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. -Tuition reimbursement for continued education. -Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

About Gft

-Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms. -Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets. -Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors. -Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings. -An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

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Security Clearance

-successful completion of a criminal background check is required.